High Protein Ranch Chicken Salad

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High Protein Ranch Chicken Salad

This high protein ranch chicken salad is a creamy, flavorful twist on classic chicken salad. The ranch-style dressing is made with blended cottage cheese for an easy protein boost, then mixed with shredded chicken and celery for a fresh and satisfying meal. It is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, crackers, or easy make-ahead lunches.

Course Appetizer, dinner, Main Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword chicken, comfort food, healthy, quick

Prep Time 10

Chill Time 2

Total Time 2 10

Servings servings

Calories 158kcal

Author Laura

Equipment

Ingredients

Dressing

¼ cup milk
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
2 cups cottage cheese
2 cloves garlic
1 tsp dried parsley
1 tsp dried chives
1 tsp dried dill
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp black pepper
¾ tsp salt

Salad Ingredients

4 ½ cups chicken shredded
2 stalks celery diced

Instructions

Add the dressing ingredients to your blender in the order listed. If you don't have a blender, a food processor will also work. Process until smooth.
In a large bowl, add the chicken and celery. Add in the dressing a little at a time while mixing. You may not all of the dressing. The dressing consistency can vary simply because cottage cheese can vary in consistency. You can enjoy right away. However, if you can leave it in the fridge for 2 hours, it's even better. It gives the flavors time to meld together.

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